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Great for a cruise departure - Review of Amalia Hotel

Great for a cruise departure

We stayed here prior to a cruise departure. We were in the off season, and I had booked this after many (hours) of review searches. I ended up booking a non-refundable room thinking it was only one night. I am a pampered gal, but figured if it was clean and had a comfy bed I could handle for one night. When we arrived from our transatlantic flight I requested a quiet room. The nice thing about traveling on the off season, you have the chance to be upgraded. And we led to a balcony overlooking the acropolis (if you bent over the railing) The Hotel Bretagene's (the cruise ships $$$$ designated hotel) is 1 block away, and walking distance to the big square and the changing of the guard. The breakfast is the BEST. As good or better than our luxury cruise ship. Walking distance to the Acropolis and to all major sites. I think the balcony made a difference in our stay, but the location really can't be beat. The bed was comfy, but as first glance the bedspread was not impressive. But, they did get me the feather pillows I asked for and the sheets were a nice quality. Room not overly large, but we only needed for 1 night. Overall, the stay was great. The concierge were helpful and were very helpful to us to keep our luggage secure while we explored Athens. We were to embark...We stayed here prior to a cruise departure. We were in the off season, and I had booked this after many (hours) of review searches. I ended up booking a non-refundable room thinking it was only one night. I am a pampered gal, but figured if it was clean and had a comfy bed I could handle for one night. When we arrived from our transatlantic flight I requested a quiet room. The nice thing about traveling on the off season, you have the chance to be upgraded. And we led to a balcony overlooking the acropolis (if you bent over the railing) The Hotel Bretagene's (the cruise ships $$$$ designated hotel) is 1 block away, and walking distance to the big square and the changing of the guard. The breakfast is the BEST. As good or better than our luxury cruise ship. Walking distance to the Acropolis and to all major sites. I think the balcony made a difference in our stay, but the location really can't be beat. The bed was comfy, but as first glance the bedspread was not impressive. But, they did get me the feather pillows I asked for and the sheets were a nice quality. Room not overly large, but we only needed for 1 night. Overall, the stay was great. The concierge were helpful and were very helpful to us to keep our luggage secure while we explored Athens. We were to embark on our ship but we were going to be gone later than check out. I think I am wrinting a stronger review because I think it is important that hotels offer an upgrade if it is available. They did and i appreciate it immensely. Plus, as I noted, a really terrific breakfast....better than most . Close to it all, yet boutique like. Glad I spent the time to stay here. many hotels were rated higher on this site....until I read an obsure review which lead me to this hotel. I was happy to land here with all the research I did. If you get the room I did you should be pleased.More

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Stayed: October 2009, travelled as a couple

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Stayed at the Amalia hotel near Government Square on the recommendation of a friend. Tried the web site and ended up booking a room on their non refundable rate, a savings of over 60 Euros a night. Worth it for us.

Check in was smooth, they had space so up graded us to a balcony room with a view. Room was spacious and clean, above my expectations. comfortable and quiet, slept well. Best feature was the breakfast, wonderful assortment, well laid out, tried lots of items and not disappointed by anything I tried.

Location was a very pleasant surprize, across the street from a huge city park with a small zoo. Easy walking distance to the Plaka and the new Acropolis Museum, also i block from the metro station and Government House where they do the changing of the guard in the Greek Uniforms.

A great find in Athens, location and superb breakfast. I will stay there again anytime!

Stayed: November 2009, travelled as a couple

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Our stay started with finding out the day we arrived after a cruise that there was a marathon in Athens. Since we booked directly with the hotel we should have been told this . Our taxi driver had to let us off quite a distance away and we had to walk about 20-25 min.carrying our suitcases needless to say we were a little annoyed , when we mentioned this to the two ladies at check-in their reply was what could they do about it. After some discussion they did give us room that was ready and we did not have to wait until the 3pm check-in time but grudingly.We had to meet friends at their hotel asked for directions and were given the wrong ones. When we walked into our friends hotel what a difference the staff was friendly . Every time we asked them something they were not very helpful. We thought it was just us but later another couple were complaining about the same things. In the evening I had a cup of tea and paid 4 euros.the most expensive cup of camomile tea I ever had. I would recommend the hotel just be aware of the front desk staff.

Stayed: November 2009, travelled as a couple

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Ask massie4 about Amalia Hotel

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A/C didn't work because the central system was set on heat (one or the other). One could argue in November, A/C isn't necessary but at times the room was hot enough that it was uncomfortable and opening the window let in mosquitoes. The sleeping conditions one of our 3 nights (combo heat + mosquitoes) was very poor - hurt the next day's experiences.

Hotel is fine otherwise - I would say less contemporary cool than it looks on the website - the rooms are very businessy clean but not anything designer interesting.

Stayed: November 2009, travelled as a couple

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I stayed at the Amalia Athens for a weekend in November. First, the location is AWESOME. It is one block from the metro (subway goes to airport) and airport bus as well as 2 blocks from Plaka and all the action. It is on a main street and there was traffic and pedestrians at all hours - felt very safe. The hotel itself was a pleasant surprise. The front desk and housekeeping staff was very friendly and the rooms were comfortable and rather spacious. Even though we had 2 single beds, they were pushed together to make a double and we were none the wiser. The breakfast buffet was also generous and tasty. I have traveled around the world and have rarely found a 4 star so enjoyable. Will definitely return!

Stayed: November 2009, travelled as a couple

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The Amalia is an easy walk or bus ride to historical sites and museums in Athens. The hotel is modern and met all of our needs. The buffet breakfast offered a variety of foods in a pleasant dining room atmosphere. The front desk staff spoke English and were most agreeable to offer assistance.

Stayed: October 2009, travelled as a couple

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